Which methods are included under permanent hair removal?

Permanent hair removal methods effectively reduce or eliminate hair regrowth by targeting the hair follicles. Electrolysis, photo-epilation, and laser hair removal all work by using different technologies to damage or destroy these follicles, preventing future hair growth.

Electrolysis uses a small electric current to destroy hair growth cells. This method is FDA-approved for permanent hair removal and is effective on all hair types and colors.

Photo-epilation, commonly known as intense pulsed light (IPL), uses light energy to target the pigment in hair. When effectively applied, it can inhibit future hair growth, leading to long-term results.

Laser hair removal operates similarly to photo-epilation but uses concentrated beams of light. It specifically targets dark hair follicles, offering a quick and precise treatment option for many individuals.

The other options listed consist of methods that temporarily remove hair without affecting the follicle structure, meaning that these methods do not provide permanent results. Waxing, threading, shaving, tweezing, chemical depilatories, and sugaring all remove hair from the skin's surface and require regular maintenance as the hair will grow back.